Government Payroll Clerk — Detail-Oriented & Trusted

New Jersey State League of Municipalities; Jackson, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension eligibility

Job summary

The Township is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join the Finance Department. This full-time position performs routine clerical work related to payroll processing, employee records, and timekeeping functions. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and able to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Salary range: $47,285 – $77,675 commensurate with experience. Two years of clerical or administrative experience preferred; pension eligibility applies under NJ Civil

Qualifications

• Must have two (2) years of clerical or administrative experience, preferably in payroll or finance.
• Good mathematical ability and knowledge of office practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process payroll records.
• Prepare regular, supplemental, and overtime payrolls.
• Maintain time and attendance records.
• Prepare reports related to payroll, absences, and leave balances.

Skills

Data entry

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization

Confidentiality

Education

Two years clerical/administrative experience

Tools

Payroll software

Excel

Job description

The Township is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join the Finance Department. This full-time position performs routine clerical work related to payroll processing, employee records, and timekeeping functions. The ideal candidate is organized, accurate, and able to handle confidential information with professionalism.

Salary range: $47,285 – $77,675 commensurate with experience. Two years of clerical or administrative experience preferred; pension eligibility applies under NJ Civil